The Trivialization of the Election

Nothing ever changes. The first rivalry of the Presidency, between Jefferson and Adams, did not revolve not upon the great theme of monarchism vs. democracy. These two awesome leaders traded insults, decrying the others lack of commitment to democracy or civil government. Of course neither Jefferson nor Adams believed this bullshit and history has

Stumping for wife, Clinton can help, or hurt, anybody | DesMoinesRegister.com | The Des Moines Register: "Bill Clinton's shadow over the 2008 nominating race creates potential pitfalls for his wife and for her opponents. Hillary Clinton risks being seen as something other than her own candidate, while her opponents risk offending Iowa Democrats who revere the former president. Advertisement 'I think it's going to come down to: Do you really want Bill Clinton back in the White House?' said Donna Brazile, who ran Democrat Al Gore's 2000 presidential campaign."

Exclusive: Obama in Iowa: Gloves Off!: "'I think the fact of the matter is that Sen. Clinton is claiming basically the entire eight years of the Clinton presidency as her own, except for the stuff that didn't work out, in which case she says she has nothing to do with it,' Obama said, and added, referring to his relationship with his wife, Michelle, 'There is no doubt that Bill Clinton had faith in her and consulted with her on issues, in the same way that I would consult with Michelle, if there were issues,' Obama said. 'On the other had, I don't think Michelle would claim that she is the best qualified person to be a United States Senator by virtue of me talking to her on occasion about the work I've done.' With this line of attack, Obama is openly calling Clinton out on one of the basic arguments of her candidacy and her career -- that her experience at Bill Clinton's side in the White House and before, make her the most qualified person in the race. Obama continues to paint himself as the most 'authentic' candidate whose real life experiences distinguish him from his democratic rivals. He claims that his experience living abroad, traveling the world, witnessing poverty and even facing racism as a black man has given him a perspective that some of America's best presidents have also possessed."

Thompson Charges Fox News Is Biased Against His Campaign - Politics on The Huffington Post: "This is important because Fox News has picked their candidate (Rudy), are influential in a certain segment of the populace, and will use their influence to push a candidate rather than impartially report on the various campaigns. Personally, I won't be voting for Fred Thompson, Rudy or an Republican, but it is bad when a media group such as Murdoch's attempts to influence an election and call themselves 'fair and balanced' as if they were a real news outlet. I realize that the Chris Wallace show is not a news show per se, but overall they do seem to have a 'thing' for Rudy."